Mark him down
Aiden Markram must once again be handed the reins of national interest as the Boucher-era takes shape, writes WADE PRETORIUS.
Wade Pretorius
Cricket on Zoom: We talk Covid-19 issues, AB
Senior contributors Craig Lewis and Wade Pretorius discuss the Proteas’ performance prior to the lockdown and whether AB de Villiers could still feature in national colours.
On this Day: Elliott breaks Proteas’ hearts
Five years ago today, the Proteas were on the wrong side of an epic World Cup semi-final as Johannesburg-born Grant Elliott stole the show.
Coaches corner: Robin Peterson
Back on ‘home’ turf, former Proteas spinner Robin Peterson is bringing a new dynamic to the Warriors’ dressing room. He shares his view …
Venomous Vern
This is an edited extract from a new book, South Africa’s Greatest Bowlers: Past and Present by Ali Bacher and David Williams.
Budding talent: Wihan Lubbe
Wihan Lubbe starred in the 2019 MSL, struck 83 on debut for Durban Heat and will be key for North West and the Lions this season. We talk to him for more …
George Linde seizing the moment
Proteas and Cape Town Blitz all-rounder George Linde has set his sights on the 2020 T20 World Cup squad.
Du Preez elated as Proteas Women press forward
The Proteas Women finally conquered England which comes as a major boost for their Women’s T20 World Cup, says Mignon du Preez.
Oman cricketer banned for 7 years
The International Cricket Council has banned Oman player Yousuf Abdulrahim Al Balushi from all cricket for seven years after he accepted four charges of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code.
Ngidi calls for technology aid
Lungi Ngidi has called for the use of technology to be introduced in a bid to rule out incorrect and potentially match-defining decisions out in the middle.
Paine calls out Stokes’ hypocrisy
Tim Paine has taken Ben Stokes to task for encouraging his side’s fans to get involved in the game but then cry foul when another set of fans do the same.
De Kock on Faf: He has a big role
He may have stepped down from his leadership role but Faf du Plessis still has an important role to play in the Proteas’ lineup, insists Quinton De Kock.
Bullring T20I sold out
The first KFC T20 International between South Africa and Australia kicks off at the Bullring on Friday night and will be played in front of a sold out crowd.
Warner plays down Quinny ‘war’
David Warner and Quinton De Kock will resume their rivalry when Australia face South Africa but don’t expect a flare up of their tensions.
England turners leave Root in a spin
Joe Root and England are facing a problem of trying to fill their spinning berths for the upcoming tour to Sri Lanka.
